The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday directed the State government to take adequate steps to ensure a peaceful atmosphere for the screening of Rajinikanth’s movie ‘Kaala’ across the State.
Justice G Narendar passed the order on a petition filed by the film’s production house, Chennai-based Wunderbar Films Pvt. Ltd.; and its directors, Dhanush and Aishwarya, son-in-law and daughter of Mr. Rajinikanth.
Certain organisations and persons related to the Kannada film industry have been opposing the release of the film, protesting against statements made by Mr. Rajinikanth on the Cauvery water sharing issue.
State explains stand
The State’s Additional Advocate General, A.G. Shivanna, made it clear to the court that the government had not taken any decision on banning the film and assured the court that the government would provide security to places where the film would be exhibited.
Following this, the court directed the petitioner to provide the list of distributors and exhibitors for ensuring proper security measures.
Published - June 05, 2018 02:50 pm IST
